A recent event has brought attention to the risks of gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. A 16-year-old boy lost his life after receiving Elevidys, a treatment designed to combat this severe condition. This unfortunate incident marks the first known death associated with this particular the
The NFL offseason is always a whirlwind of speculation, and this year, the spotlight is on quarterback Aaron Rodgers. The 41-year-old is taking his time to decide his next move, and this has not gone down well with everyone. Cam Heyward, a seasoned player for the Pittsburgh Steelers, has had enough
A recent court order has led to a peculiar situation for thousands of federal workers. Around 24, 570 probationary employees have been told their jobs are back, but most are now on paid leave. This means they're getting paid without working, at least for now. The Internal Revenue Service, Environmen
Adobe is known for its Creative Cloud, but it also has a lot more to offer. One of its big tools is the Adobe Experience Platform, which helps businesses create personal experiences for customers, like custom shopping trips. Now, Adobe is making these experiences even better with the help of AI agen
Google is making a significant move in the cybersecurity world. The tech giant has agreed to purchase Wiz, a cybersecurity firm, for $32 billion. This is Google's largest acquisition ever, surpassing the $23 billion offer it made last July, which Wiz turned down. The deal is set to close in 2026, pe
The Olympic Games have always been a stage for global unity, but recent events have tested this ideal. Thomas Bach, the head of the International Olympic Committee, has been at the helm during some of the most challenging times in Olympic history. He has seen it all: a global pandemic, a major dopin
Cancer treatment has seen a big change with immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs). These drugs help the body's immune system fight cancer. But, some patients see their cancer grow quickly. This is called hyperprogressive disease (HPD). It's a big problem for doctors and patients. It's important t
Kidney disease is a big deal worldwide. It causes permanent damage to the kidneys. Doctors often have to do invasive tests to check how bad it is. One key thing they look for is something called interstitial fibrosis and tubular atrophy, or IFTA. It is a big part of managing kidney disease. But what
Fungi are amazing. They make all sorts of useful stuff. These compounds are like nature's medicine cabinet, full of potent ingredients. Scientists have been digging into marine fungi because they make some of the strongest compounds out there. One such fungus is Penicillium rubens YAP001. It was fou
The World Health Organization suggests that 10-15% of births should be via caesarean section. Nigeria, however, has a rate of just 2. 8%, which is significantly lower. This low rate is surprising, given the potential risks for first-time mothers. First-time mothers, also known as primigravida, face
